Review – Raw Need (Larson Brothers #2) by Cherrie Lynn

Zane Larson has done everything he set out to do: conquered past demons, saved lives through his music, and toured the world as the frontman for one of the most popular rock bands in the world. This life—and an escape through music—was supposed to be everything he’s ever wanted, but after meeting Rowan, Zane’s no longer sure…

Soon after her husband’s death, Rowan Dugas learned she was pregnant. With grief and uncertainty her only companions, Rowan was only able to find an escape through music; specifically Zane Larson’s hypnotic voice. But after meeting the sexy lead singer of her favorite band, Rowan can hardly believe he’s interested in her. But Zane also has a painful connection to her unborn child - Zane's brother is responsible for her husband's death.

Torn between the only family she has left, and a life with Zane unlike anything she’s dared to dream about, Rowan’s decision will change her fate forever. This new title from New York Times bestselling author Cherrie Lynn is a heart wrenching, emotionally intense story that will leave readers breathless.

I received this book for free from the Publisher or Author in exchange for an honest review, or I purchased it with my own funds. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

Disclaimer – DO NOT READ THIS AS A STANDALONE! Although you technically could, you’d be WAY more interested and invested in the story if you start from the beginning.

Ok, so not exactly what I was expecting with this one, but it totally still worked for me. After all, where do you go with a story that includes a rock star, a pregnant woman (who’s baby belongs to a dead husband) and self esteem issues? You go exactly where this author went. And she did a good job.

Rowan is a widow and pregnant. What a combination, right? Sucks. In more ways than one. But she can always rely on her favorite band to help her through the rough times in life. After meeting the lead singer of August on Fire in the first book, it looks like the two of them may have more in common than people might think. The problem? Well…do you really need to ask?

Zane is the lead singer of August on Fire. He’s also super hot, super kind and struggling with his own personal demons. But for some reason, Rowan has warmed a place in his heart that hasn’t been touched in a very long while. She’s beautiful, kind, sweet and….oh yeah, still dealing with the loss of her husband by the hands of his brother. Oh yeah, and she’s pregnant. She’s TOTALLY off limits, but has that ever stopped him?

Being pregnant isn’t the only thing that’s an issue in this story. Add in Rowan’s nagging Mother in law and the fact that Savvy seems to NOT support her and the flood gates have opened. I’m not typically a fan of pregnancy stories, but this one was done really well. This story is more about the struggles of healing and coping, more than the romance. Although you’ll get that too.